The Odd Couple with Rob Parker & Kelvin Washington

Rob and Kelvin tell us if the fact that Nikola Jokic dominates a Big Man-less era could wind up negatively impacting his legacy and debate whether this Caitlin Clark-led surge in the WNBA’s popularity is sustainable. Plus, NBC Sports Boston host and author Michael Holley swings by to discuss his biggest problem with Boston’s 3-point-heavy approach to Game 1, the latest on Kristaps Porzingis’ health, the biggest threat to the Celtics in the Eastern Conference and much more!  Finally, the Odd Couple Callers bring the heat in this week’s edition of Trash Talk.

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Rob and Kelvin debate whether this Caitlin Clark-led surge in the WNBA’s popularity is sustainable and react to the Indiana Pacers’ wild Game 2 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Plus, NBA champion and FOX Sports Radio NBA analyst Eddie House swings by to discuss what the New York Knicks did well – and what the Boston Celtics did wrong – in Game 1, who has the upper-hand in the Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves series, what makes Nikola Jokic so special and much more!

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Rob and Kelvin tell us if the fact that Nikola Jokic dominates a Big Man-less era could wind up negatively impacting his legacy and explain why they wouldn’t be surprised if the New York Knicks don’t win another game in their series with the Boston Celtics. Plus, NBC Sports Boston host and author Michael Holley swings by to discuss his biggest problem with Boston’s 3-point-heavy approach to Game 1, the latest on Kristaps Porzingis’ health, the biggest threat to the Celtics in the Eastern Conference and much more!  Finally, the Odd Couple Callers bring the heat in this week’s edition of Trash Talk.

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Rob and Kelvin tell us if the Boston Celtics’ and Oklahoma City Thunder’s Game 1 losses were more about analytics or just bad coaching, dispel of the notion that Anthony Edwards deserves to be called the ‘Legend Killer’ and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets. Plus, former NFL offensive lineman and FOX Sports Radio Weekend host Ephraim Salaam swings by to discuss the problem with analytics in sports, his expectations for Justin Herbert in Los Angeles this upcoming season and much more!

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On today’s episode, Jason discusses the backlash currently facing Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum in the wake of their stunning three pointer-heavy loss to the New York Knicks, where Jalen Brunson ranks amongst the best point guards of this generation, whether or not it’s fair to call the Oklahoma City Thunder frauds after they blew Game 1 to Denver and why the Nikola Jokic vs Shai Gilgeous-Alexander MVP race is still up to debate.

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Rob and Kelvin discuss how the Baltimore Ravens’ decision to release embattled All-Pro kicker Justin Tucker serves as a friendly reminder that NFL teams will only put up with a player’s problems if his production level is still high, debate whether or not Steph Curry’s performance in Game 7 against the Houston Rockets can be considered ‘clutch’ and argue over whether James Harden’s NBA postseason foibles should be enough to keep him out of the Hall of Fame.

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Rob and Kelvin argue over whether James Harden’s NBA postseason foibles should be enough to keep him out of the Hall of Fame and tell us why Boston deserved to blow Game 1 to New York. Plus, FOX Sports Radio NBA insider Marc Stein swings by to update the Knicks-Celtics Game 1 nail biter, Luka Doncic’s future with the Los Angeles Lakers and much more!

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Rob and Kelvin debate whether or not Steph Curry’s performance in Game 7 against the Houston Rockets can be considered ‘clutch’ and share their thoughts on Tyrese Haliburton’s impressive Game 1 performance against the Cleveland Cavaliers.  Plus, Los Angeles Times reporter Brad Turner swings by to discuss Luka Doncic’s health problems, LeBron James’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers, the Los Angeles Clippers’ unceremonious end to the season and much more!

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Rob and Kelvin discuss how the Baltimore Ravens’ decision to release embattled All-Pro kicker Justin Tucker serves as a friendly reminder that NFL teams will only put up with a player’s problems if his production level is still high, tell us if the upcoming Canelo-Crawford super fight has the potential to ‘save’ boxing, preview tonight’s Game 1 between the New York Knicks and the Boston Celtics, and take a trip out to Shekel City for Rob’s nightly bets.

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On today's episode, Jason reacts to a weekend of blowouts in the NBA Playoffs. Jason dives into the Warriors' Game 7 win over the Rockets and examines how Golden State will fair against the Timberwolves. Jason explains why the Rockets are a perfect trade partner for the Bucks to ship off Giannis Antetokounmpo. However, Jason identifies the one young star on Houston that is absolutely untradeable. Jason reacts to the Pacers getting a Game 1 upset in Cleveland. Plus, Jason gives his picks for Monday night!

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